Yosemite · October
Yosemite in October
October is a busy time to visit Yosemite — quieter than September, busier than November.
Expect heavy crowds (7/10), highs near 72°F, about 11.2 hours of daylight, and 1 seasonal closure in effect.
Crowd score
How busy it gets
Approaching peak season — expect full lots by mid-morning and busy overlooks.
About 62% of this park's busiest month.
Source: NPS Visitor Use Statistics, 2023–2025
Data: NPS visitation 2023–2025 · crowd scores computed Oct 2026 · alerts checked Oct 18, 2026. How this is calculated →
Computed from federal data · Methodology by Sharon Ben-Moshe
Visitation
Typical October visits vs. the year
October draws about 8% of Yosemite’s yearly visitors.
Typical monthly recreation visits, averaged over the most recent three full years.
Source: NPS Visitor Use Statistics, 2023–2025
Weather
October weather
- Avg high
- 72°F
- Avg low
- 42°F
- Precipitation
- 1.9"
- Sunrise
- 6:07 AM
- Sunset
- 5:20 PM
- Daylight
- 11.2h
Source: NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Yosemite Valley
This week
7-day forecast for Yosemite
| Day | Conditions | High | Low | Precip chance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 18 | Clear | 55°F | 37°F | 0% |
| Mon 19 | Overcast | 50°F | 36°F | 2% |
| Tue 20 | Overcast | 49°F | 35°F | 7% |
| Wed 21 | Rain showers | 46°F | 27°F | 85% |
| Thu 22 | Snow showers | 36°F | 22°F | 78% |
| Fri 23 | Partly cloudy | 50°F | 26°F | 19% |
| Sat 24 | Partly cloudy | 60°F | 33°F | 4% |
Forecast data by Open-Meteo
Source: Open-Meteo
What's open
Yosemite in October: access
Open 24 hours; Tioga and Glacier Point roads close in winter; peak-season reservations
Seasonal closures may apply:
- Information
No overnight parking on Tioga & Glacier Point Roads
Overnight parking is not allowed on Tioga Road and Glacier Point Road, including all parking lots reachable from these roads.
Source: NPS Data API
Conditions
Current alerts
No additional active alerts or warnings reported for this park.
Source: NPS Data API
Context
Yosemite crowds across the year
Alternatives
Quieter nearby in October
FAQ
Yosemite in October
How busy is Yosemite in October?
October rates 7/10 for crowds (Busy) at Yosemite National Park — about 62% of its busiest month. Typical recreation visits: 323,454.
What is the weather like at Yosemite in October?
In October, Yosemite averages a high of 72°F and a low of 42°F, with about 1.9 inches of precipitation.
How much does it cost to visit Yosemite?
Entrance to Yosemite costs $35 ($35 per private vehicle, valid 7 days).
When is Yosemite least crowded?
Yosemite is quietest in January and February. If your dates are flexible, those months bring the thinnest crowds of the year.
How many hours of daylight does Yosemite get in October?
In mid-October, Yosemite gets about 11.2 hours of daylight, with sunrise around 6:07 AM and sunset around 5:20 PM.